Centering: Japanese Acupuncture & Somatic Energetics

Centering is an invitation to step out of the noise, and into a quieter, more coherent state, where your body can begin to recalibrate from the inside out.
This integrated experience weaves together the precision of Japanese acupuncture with the fluid, responsive nature of somatic energetics; working through the body’s meridian system as well as the energetic field beyond it.

This is an intimate restorative gathering limited to 6 participants, designed to offer a slower, more held space for individual nervous system support within a gentle group setting. Participants may experience increased body awareness, subtle energetic shifts, and enhanced nervous system regulation.

Somatic Energetics: An integrated somatic and energetic facilitation experience informed by Hilary’s work in Spinal Flow and Spinal Energetics, alongside broader somatic bodywork principles, trauma-informed support, gentle breath awareness, and nervous system–based energetic work.

Held in a slow, restorative, and intimate group setting, this experience works in relation to each participant’s own body, nervous system and energetic field. The aim is to create conditions that supports the body’s inherent capacity to unwind, settle and reorganise.

Japanese Acupuncture: Japanese acupuncture is a refined and gentle healing practice rooted in sensitivity and precision. Rather than strong stimulation, it uses subtle, carefully applied techniques to support the body’s natural capacity for balance and repair, encouraging a state of ease and overall harmony.

• Arrival & grounding
• Guided nervous system downregulation
• Japanese acupuncture with Zach
• Somatic energetics group facilitation with Hilary
• Rest & integration

• Comfortable, loose-fitting clothing
• A yoga mat
• A water bottle

Zach Olesinski, R.Ac, ADS, is a Toronto-based acupuncturist trained at the Institute of Traditional Medicine, with over 2,000 hours in acupuncture, Eastern nutrition, and biomedical sciences. He practices a refined Japanese style developed by Mitsunori Seino, integrating hara diagnosis with gentle needling and moxibustion, and continues advanced training in Japan each year.

Registered with the CTCMPAO, Zach draws on diverse clinical experience to support a wide range of health concerns.

Hilary Ma is a Toronto-based somatic practitioner whose work centres on nervous system regulation, embodied restoration, and the spine as a central pathway of whole-body connection.With foundational studies in neuroscience and psychology at the University of Toronto, alongside continued training across somatic and trauma-aware approaches, her work draws from both Western understandings of physiology, biomechanics and regulation and Eastern perspectives on energetic balance, subtle responsiveness, and whole-body integration.

Having spent nearly a decade working within global corporate environments, Hilary brings a grounded understanding of the chronic pressure, disconnection, and high-functioning overwhelm that many modern nervous systems quietly carry. Rather than approaching the body as something to be fixed, her work recognises it as an intelligent system seeking the right conditions to reorganise, reconnect and heal.

To support participant safety, comfort, and appropriate nervous system pacing, this restorative group experience may not be suitable for individuals with certain medical, psychiatric, or physical conditions.

This offering is not appropriate for individuals who:

• Are under 12 years of age
• Are over 75 years of age, or between 70–75 without prior consultation
• Are currently taking medications that significantly impact nervous system regulation or perception (including antipsychotic medications or high-dose antidepressants)
• Have been diagnosed with severe PTSD or other significant mental health conditions, including bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or active psychosis
• Have a history of aneurysm, significant cardiovascular conditions, or serious heart disease
• Have a history of seizures or epilepsy
• Have severe or unstable respiratory conditions
• Are recovering from recent major injury, spinal injury, concussion, or surgery
• Have been hospitalized for psychiatric crisis, psychosis, or spiritual emergence within the past three (3) years
• Have any medical, neurological, or psychiatric condition that may impair their ability to safely engage in a group somatic experience

Because this is a group-based session, individual physical assessment—particularly of the spine—is not possible.

Participants who are pregnant, under active medical care, managing chronic conditions, or unsure about suitability are strongly encouraged to contact the facilitators prior to booking.

The facilitators reserve the right to decline participation where a group setting may not be the most appropriate or supportive environment.

By registering for this event, you acknowledge that you understand the nature of this group somatic and acupuncture experience and are choosing to participate voluntarily.I understand that participation may involve gentle touch, light spinal contact, guided breathing, off-body energetic facilitation, quiet rest, involuntary or spontaneous movement responses, emotional release, and shifts in physical or energetic sensation.

You confirm that you have reviewed the participation suitability guidelines and that you take full responsibility for your own physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing during and after the session.

You understand that this offering is not a substitute for medical or psychological care and agree to seek appropriate professional support where needed.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

637 College St, 637 College Street, Toronto, Canada

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